A series of events have been launched to give women impacted by domestic violence an opportunity to try fishing for the first time.
Aimee Eaton, a senior NHS nurse and a Carp Team England angler, has partnered with Staffordshire Women’s Aidand the Angling Trust to lay on the sessions.
**“**After successfully applying for funding from the Angling Trust, I’m really pleased this event will provide an opportunity for women affected by domestic violence and abuse to try fishing for the first time," she said.
“When I started this journey in fishing event planning with Staffordshire Women’s Aid, I had no idea how much demand there would be to attend. There is already a waitlist of women keen to attend future events.”
“Through these events, I hope to raise awareness among any women affected and through wider charities and support groups that fishing can be part of anyone’s recovery journey in our communities.
“I know how fortunate I am to have angling in my armoury as an aid to my own recovery. This event will allow others that may have never had an introduction to the sport, an opportunity to experience the many benefits angling has to offer.
“I also would like other anglers to consider taking a more active role in their communities with groups they are keen to support. Without the help and support of people I have met through a shared love of angling, I would have been unable to organise and run this exciting series of events.”
Aimee’s project was funded by the Angling Trust's Get Fishing Fund, their Head of Participation, Clive Copeland said: "Aimee is a fantastic and proactive member of the angling community who has stepped forward to help the lives of others by sharing a sport she knows, loves and excels in.
“We couldn’t have developed this community activity without Aimee’s tenacity and it is a great example to everyone in angling about how you can volunteer within the community to make a difference, backed by Angling Trust support.
“Angling has life-changing benefits for all and we are always keen to build our network of We Fish As One campaign champions to ensure we reach priority audiences in our communities to provide new and sustainable opportunities to fish more often.”
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